Habitat First

What is Habitat First?

Habitat First is a program funded by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks to provide technical assistance and incentives to private landowners for wildlife habitat improvement projects.

Payment Rates & Practice descriptions

Find general practice descriptions and payment rates here: ksoutdoors.com.

Some common practices include:

  • Cover crops

  • Brood strips

  • Invasive tree control

  • Patch burn grazing systems

  • Shrub plantings

View the full list of practice descriptions and specifications here: ksoutdoors.com.

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Contact your local KDWP Wildlife Biologist or PF/QF Biologist for more information.